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Job Description:\n\n This position will be based out of our Louisville office. What the Role Is The Logistics Manager is responsible for executing and improving daily logistics operations across transportation, warehousing, inventory control, receiving, and freight administration. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective movement and storage of goods throughout the supply chain. The Logistics Manager will play a key leadership role in transportation strategy, vendor contracting, and systems management, including leading RFP processes, negotiating logistics contracts, and supporting the implementation of a new Transportation Systems Management (TSM) solution to optimize our network. They will work closely with internal teams and third-party providers to support the strategic direction set by the Director of Logistics and align logistics execution with business objectives. How You Will Spend Your Time?Coordinate daily inbound and outbound shipments to meet production and customer service requirements.Lead and support the execution of transportation RFPs, including data collection, bid analysis, and carrier selection in alignment with strategic sourcing objectives.Manage relationships with freight carriers to ensure performance and cost targets are met.Monitor transportation KPIs including on-time delivery, freight spend, and service failures.Support execution and administration of container, trailer, and railcar lease agreementsValidate freight invoices and coordinate timely payments in collaboration with Accounts Payable.Track freight spend against budget and identify opportunities for cost savings in logistics operations.Oversee day-to-day warehouse activities including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, and shipping.Ensure accurate inventory management through cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and root cause analysis.Manage consignment and obsolete inventory processes and maintain alignment with supplier and distributor agreements.Support implementation of best practices in layout design, safety, and WMS utilization.Supervise receiving processes to ensure inbound shipments are verified for quality, quantity, and compliance.Ensure accurate documentation and system entry of received goods; resolve discrepancies with procurement and suppliers.Leverage ERP, WMS, and analytics tools to identify inefficiencies and support network optimizationMaintain dashboards and reports for key logistics metrics (e.g., OTIF, inventory turns, space utilization).Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects. Who You Are… Required Skills and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or transportation operations.Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., IFS) and logistics software.Strong analytical and organizational skills.Proven ability to manage third-party providers and cross-functional teamsExcellent communication skills and attention to detailKnowledge of transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and freight payment principles.Critical thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to coordinate and manage multiple logistics functions simultaneously.Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.Self-starter with the ability to prioritize workload and meet tight deadlines.Assertive attitude capable of driving actions and holding individuals accountable.Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.Experience in analyzing data related to logistics and supply chain operations.Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines with internal and external resourcesProven experience leading transportation-related RFPs — from data collection and bid analysis to carrier selection and contract execution.Hands-on experience with Transportation Systems Management (TSM) or similar transportation planning/management platforms; demonstrated ability to drive system implementation or optimization initiatives. Valued but not Required Skills and Experience:Knowledge of lean manufacturing and six sigma practices.APICS Certification desirable Physical Requirements The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing duties of the job, the employee is required to:Stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, use of computer; and reach with hands and arms. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. BenefitsPaid Vacation11 Paid HolidaysHealth, Dental & Vision eligibility from day oneFSA/HSA401K matchEAPMaternity/Paternity Leave Heaven Hill and its affiliates are committed to fostering a diverse workforce as an Equal Employment Opportunity company. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, natural origin, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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